Mpox cases are still spreading in African countries and Uganda has now confirmed its first death with a total of 164 infections. Mpox cases are still spreading in African countries and Uganda has now confirmed its first death with a total of 164 infections, as per reports. The Uganda's Ministry of Health reported to news agency on Wednesday saying that the death was registered in the mid-western district of Masindi.
"The patient died in Masindi but was a resident of Hoima. We warned the public about the possibility of deaths occurring. We need to adhere to precautions," said Henry Kyobe Bosa, the incident commander.
The patient died in Masindi but was a resident of Hoima. We warned the public about the possibility of deaths occurring. We need to adhere to precautions," the incident commander said.
As per the latest mpox reports, Kampala, the national capital reported at least 11 new cases in the last 24 hours as of Monday, but 84 people also recovered. Mpox, also known as monkeypox, is an infectious disease caused by the monkeypox virus, which spreads through close contact. Symptoms include fever, swollen lymph nodes, sore throat, muscle aches, skin rash, and back pain.
In August, the World Health Organisation declared mpox a public health emergency of international concern, highlighting its potential for further global transmission. As per reports, authorities in Uganda have intensified preventive measures and introduced strict surveillance as well including case management,.